All new property managers and property management companies are required to pay federal, state, and in some cases, local taxes. Most property management services providers will need to register with the IRS and state and local revenue agencies, and receive a tax ID number or permit.

Employer Identification Number (EIN)

An EIN is also known as a federal tax identification number, and is used to identify a business entity. Employers with employees, business partnerships, and corporations and other types of organizations, must obtain an EIN from the U.S. Internal Revenue Service. The EIN is also known as an Employer Tax ID and Form SS-4:

State Tax Registration

New property management firms or managers that operate within the state are required to register for one or more tax-specific identification numbers, licenses or permits, including income tax withholding, sales and use tax (seller’s permit), and unemployment insurance tax.